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41: A Portrait of My Father by George W. Bush — WisdomDeck honest review
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41: A Portrait of My Father

by George W. Bush

A son's affectionate portrait of his father. Light on analysis, warm on character; best read as a book about fathers and sons.

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Three things you will actually use

  1. Fathers teach by example.
  2. Decency is inherited and chosen.
  3. Loyalty runs both ways.

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